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Adoption Support Centre of Saskatchewan Announces Youth Speak Out Event

12-Feb-2018 - Saskatoon SK

Youth Speak Out is an exciting opportunity for youth (between the ages of 14-26) to be involved in a conversation on the importance of permanency for children/youth in care and having their voices be heard in seeking systemic changes in the child welfare system.

Youth Speak Out

Youth Speak Out 2017 - 6 Words Video

Permanency is a protective factor for children and youth. The attachment, stability and safety that flow from a family and the social support of at least
one positive adult relationship reduce the likelihood of social and economic exclusion for our most vulnerable population.

Aging out is a significant risk factor for dropping out of school, homelessness, unemployment, poverty, reliance on social assistance, contact with the
criminal justice system, mental illness, and poor health outcomes.

Youth Speak Out will provide youth with training necessary to become supportive members of a growing national voice that aims to create urgency around
permanency. It will also provide youth with avenues to engage in advocating for systemic changes that will ultimately benefit children and youth.

Youth Speak Out Team Development

Youth Speak Out 2018 Poster

ASCS will be hosting a one day Youth Speak Out team development session.

In order to join Youth Speak Out, potential team members must fill out an application form. If selected applicants must attend the team development session,
which will be held in March 2018 ( March 3 / 10am to 5pm is set). Applicants must be between the ages of 14-26.

Applicants must also commit to a future training workshop as well as agree to participate in monthly meetings and panel presentations. The key purpose
of Youth Speak Out is advocacy.

Youth are not required to have a particular skill set prior to joining Youth Speak Out. A desire to learn and a willingness to try are essential! Youth
will be provided with necessary training to participate in Youth Speak Out events.

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9-Nov-2018

As a result of Canada Post's rotating strikes, delays in receiving reimbursement or maintenance payments may occur. The Ministry of Social Services encourages all recipients to enroll in direct deposit to avoid these delays.

1-Nov-2018 - Saskatoon SK

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association (SFFA) is launching a public awareness campaign in Yorkton and surrounding areas to encourage individuals and families to consider fostering vulnerable infants and young children.

16-Oct-2018 - Saskatoon SK

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association (SFFA) is launching a public awareness campaign in Estevan, Weyburn and the surrounding areas to encourage individuals and families to consider fostering vulnerable infants and young children.

24-May-2018 - Saskatoon SK

Jayne Schooler, author of Wounded Children, Healing Homes, will appear in Saskatoon on June 14th and 15th to present a training session entitled "Becoming a Trauma-Competent Caregiver", part of the Saskatchewan Foster Families Association 2018 Conference.

12-Feb-2018 - Saskatoon SK

Youth Speak Out is an exciting opportunity for youth (between the ages of 14-26) to be involved in a conversation on the importance of permanency for children/youth in care and having their voices be heard in seeking systemic changes in the child welfare system.

10-Oct-2017 - Regina SK

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association (SFFA) is launching a public awareness campaign in Regina to encourage interested individuals and families to consider fostering vulnerable infants and sibling groups so they can stay together

01-Nov-2017 - Prince Albert, SK

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association (SFFA) is launching a public awareness campaign in the Prince Albert-area to encourage interested individuals and families to consider fostering vulnerable infants and sibling groups so they can stay together and in their community.

16-Oct-2017 - Regina SK

The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed October 15 to 21 as Foster Families Week, and is urging everyone across the province to take a moment this week to learn more about the foster parent program.

20-Sep-2017 - Saskatoon SK

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association (SFFA) is launching a public awareness campaign in northeast Saskatchewan to encourage interested individuals and families to consider fostering vulnerable infants and young children.

19-Jul-2017 - Diefenbaker Canada Centre

The Diefenbaker Canada Centre is pleased to invite Saskatchewan Foster Families to take part in our new summer community outreach initiative: History Travels 2017. Single families or groups of families may be interested in our offered programs.

11-Jan-2017 - Saskatoon SK

11-Jan-2017 - Saskatoon SK

The SFFA today launched their Tell Two Friends campaign, a referral program aimed at continuing their recruitment drive to encourage interested individuals and families to become foster homes for vulnerable children.

16-Nov-2016 - Regina SK

8-Nov-2016 - Swift Current, SK

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association and the Ministry of Social Services are expanding the successful community drive that encourages interested individuals and families to become foster homes for vulnerable children to Swift Current and surrounding areas.

13-Sep-2016 - Yorkton SK

Today the SFFA and Saskatchewan Ministry of Social Services kicked off a community drive in Yorkton and area to encourage people to learn more about becoming foster families to vulnerable infants and children in need.

01-Sep-2016

01-Jul-2016

One of the most important steps in reviewing The Child and Family Services Act and The Adoption Act, 1998 is to seek advice from people who care about the well-being of Saskatchewan children and families.

Contact SFFA

1-888-276-2880

Saskatchewan Foster Families Association exists to support and encourage foster families through education and advocacy, helping create healthy homes,
positive environments, and brighter futures for children and youth in care across the province. View More